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[Silco was dressed as he normally was, and he seemed unperturbed by the fact that the area around him was occasionally glitching from various types of fabric to open space to a plain wall. He remained perfectly normal and unaffected, which honestly was the important part, wasn't it?

This was not a shop that he was normally seen in, but anyone who had taken the time to visit the tailor would recognize the place. Some of the items on the work bench were glitching now and again.]

It seems that this world is falling to pieces, and our dearest of functional natives have taken the brunt of adverse situation in Aldrip. For those that are looking to fill the days or evenings with paid work, I find myself with an increase in availability.

I have acquired a small smattering of businesses over the course of my time here, and I will list them below. My offer is simple: a shift, a day, or more continual work is available. I pay cash in hand for time worked and long-term employment gains certain benefits. Inquire if interested.

[He flipped off the video and switched to text to list his businesses and provided their locations for those looking for something with limited transportation required.]

Sandwich Hut Seafood Shack The Last Drop Bar The Flower Shop & Greenhouses The Tailor

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[Maybe this one was special needs...]

Indeed, the affliction of the city appears to be occurring everywhere. There is nothing I can do to correct the issue.

Perhaps less rolling on stairs would assist with the confusion.

[Fandaniel curls over to one side and grunts softly as he rights himself. For a long moment, he stares at the tablet, then...]

Nay, still confusing.

Ah!

[He spreads his hands.]

But this "affliction" as you've so aptly put it can be corrected. Of that, I have little doubt.

[Yes, this one had a thirst for the dramatics. He knew the type well enough.]

I expect you're pursuing a correction as we speak, hmm?

Something like that, yes!

As I am new to this world I am still attempting to get my bearings. Last month did not help matters much.

[He wiggles a finger in the air.]

Nevertheless, it is my aim to one day uncover the secrets of Expiation, starting with these mysterious little... hiccups in the fabric of our reality.

If it is true that an AI is our overseer then it may be broken. Fixing it might afford us some stability so we can get more meaningful work done.

And better advertisements, in your case.

[Yes, yes this one was new, and yet had seemed to make friends with his daughter. It took an oddly strange person to do that.]

Indeed. You speak far too much to be anything but a newcomer to this place.

[An adventurous one, hmm? Not the first and certainly wouldn't be the last.]

Good luck on creating stability then.

[Fandaniel blows out a deep sigh, if only to empty his lungs before he can explode into a giggling fit at the idea of him bringing stability to anything. Well, he thinks, he's always been unusual Ascian.]

Why, thank you Ser.

[A beat then...]

Forgive me, I must ask... Is being more laconic a sign of someone who has been here long? Does this star drain the will to speak from you?

[Silco did not look particularly impressed on his side of the video. Instead, he actually took the time to fish in his jacket for his cigar case, remove one, check the end then light it. He took a long drag of it as he stepped out from the Tailor shop to the street.]

Hardly. Perhaps I only say what I feel is necessary. Filling the air with the noise of one's voice backed with their pompous arrogance is not uncommon where I'm from.

[Where he's from...

Fandaniel leans forward and picks his tablet up from wherever it's resting.

Username: eyeofzaun

Isn't Zaun the name of the place Jinx and Ekko keep talking about? He wonders if this is the mysterious fifth Runeterran Vi had mentioned but keeps the thought to himself, at least for now. Why this group seems so secretive is unknown to him, but he decides the reason is their business.]

Oh, come now.

Have I said anything overly arrogant? I told you my aim, not that I go about my day with the delusional certainty that I shall succeed.

I am a man of science so I must at least attempt to learn this star's secrets. Would you not do the same in my boots?

[Zaun was indeed the kind of city that people were forced to find out about more often than not even among the Chosen. It helped that his daughter couldn't help but natter at everyone with her bountiful energy.

He did not know this one by appearance or voice except from what he had seen on Jinx's post. It might be worthwhile to dig through the network to find out more.]

You use similar language tendencies as some of the other scientists that have been here prior. Do you also possess magic?

Aw, did the robes give it away?

[Fandaniel winks at the camera.]

I doubt I know enough to be considered an archmagus of any sort and certainly not a sorcerer but I know my way around a useful cantrip or two.

Why do you ask?

I don't care if you wear your pajamas publicly, no.

[People who utilized magic in his world definitely didn't confine themselves to robes, so one's clothing choice was hardly a give away. It simply seemed that one's manner of speaking often gave way to other occupations that they may have.]

I knew two men who bore a similar speech pattern as your own - though blessedly more concise than you - and they dressed similarly and were quite open with their achievements.

Did you now? How curious!

I admit I have no idea who you might have met. My form of dress is unique and I speak of my achievements only when necessary. If I am undertaking a scientific endeavor 'tis worth knowing I am a scientist, yes?

My use of language, however...

[He shrugs and lifts a gloved hand, palm up.]

Guilty as charged for my grandiloquence, perhaps. Apologies if you find it off-putting.

Of course. I haven't provided their names or a description of their persons.

[He shrugged his shoulders as well, as if to show that he didn't specifically feel the need to offer that information. Those people were gone, and it was a bold assumption to think they were all from the same place. There were many people from many places; a little curiosity didn't hurt of course.]

I do not find your use of language off-putting. Of course, given some of the personalities here, you may find your nose broken when looking down it.

Advice from a concerned citizen.

The concerned citizen's advice is duly noted!

[Fandaniel's smile widens.]

Do I truly give the impression that I feel such contempt toward my fellow Chosen?

I can't say one way or another. I hardly know you well enough to make such a bold statement.

[His own expression remained polite.]

Nobody in this city knows me well.

[He leans forward, and sets the tablet down on something as he continues to speak.]

But I know you! Or, should I say, of you.

You are the businessman who traveled to Rumpitur, yes?

Such a shame. Perhaps you shall divulge more about your own reputation.

[He wasn't surprised; his reputation as a business men was renounced at least. That limited more invasive questions.]

Many of us traveled to Rumpitur. There was a great attempt at fostering political ties between the two cities at one time.

A worthy cause indeed!

[He hooks a finger at the camera.]

May I ask if any of this occurred after these tears in reality began to manifest?

I have been wondering if all of Expiation is afflicted with this...well, whatever this is. Or if we here in Aldrip are the only ones.

[He made a show of making a shrug of his shoulders.]

Oh, I couldn't say. Aldrip had been locked down for going on two months now, and travel has been restricted for many more months before that due to an unfortunate sacrificial incident.

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